2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental GT | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
